Anthony travels to Suklapet with his mother, wife Mary, and two children after landing a position as an accountant in a rice mill. Mary, his wife, is expecting another kid. A few days later, several members of the home encounter strange occurrences and suspect a ghostly presence. Annamma, a spiritual healer, comes to their aid.

Until Masooda last year, telugu cinema's genre pieces were few and far between. The rationale isn't too difficult to figure out. Due to market demands, filmmakers have been stymied by the necessity to merge 'genre' with ' saleable' components. With Pindam, debutant Saikiran Daida refuses to allow any distraction to get in the way of his directorial voice and restores the respect that 'horror' as a genre deserves.

Pindam adheres to the syntax of a traditional horror drama by jumping back and forth between various timelines. A joyful family encounters turbulence when they inhabit a long abandoned house in a hamlet. The more they try to deny a ghostly presence in the house, the creepier the scenario grows. The way to a happy ending becomes apparent as they unravel the house's terrible past.

Despite not presenting anything particularly novel in terms of narrative, the filmmaker continually maintains the film's tone in control and avoids unnecessary exaggeration. Characters in a conservative middle-class household of five are firmly established. From the patriarchal grandmother to the vulnerable housewife to the dedicated family guy and his children, each has different characteristics and personalities.

Pindam, although initially offering adequate meat for horror aficionados - through sound design, cinematography, production design, and the occasional jump fright - develops the family conflicts masterfully. The family drama successfully conveys the film's central issue of injustice towards the girl kid. Impressively, the filmmaker does not overuse the 'flashback' to excuse the frightening components.

The necessary 'flashback' is craftily incorporated into the plot - the filmmaker tosses various indications of the victim's background in and around the narrative and prepares you for the eventual 'revelation'. The sequences in the present-day scenario act as an excellent bridge and offer context for the storyline. The messaging isn't preachy or forced because of the crisp prose.

Saikiran not only ensures the film's happy conclusion but also offers it a tasty hook before the title credits, increasing its shelf life. Pindam's casting judgments are another asset. It's reassuring to see sriram get a picture that makes use of his skills, while Kushee ravi demonstrates her ability to effortlessly switch between genres. Eeswari Rao has a strong role, with her low voice contributing to the atmosphere.

Pindam's cinematic appeal is largely due to krishna Saurabh Surampalli's ambient soundtrack, Sai Maneendhar Reddy's sound design, and sathish Manoharan's effort behind the camera. Their innovative take on a tired genre like horror contributes to the film's originality. Both tracks enhance the story. Guvva Gelichindi ensures hope while jeeva Pindam creates the required concern.

As an editor, sirish Prasad handles the necessary while dealing with numerous times, providing a seamless story with enough shocks. Saikiran attempts hard to strike a balance while investigating the ideas of other religions on dealing with the soul. Nonetheless, what he's accomplished with Pindam is impressive given his restrictions.

Pindam is a thoughtful, atmospheric horror picture in which the thrills are skillfully balanced by drama and clever messaging. The technical skill of the director and team, as well as the smart writing, allow us to look beyond the predictable storyline and enjoy the viewing experience. sriram, Kushee ravi, and Eeswari Rao confidently hold the fort.

Ratings: ⭐⭐⭐
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SIBY JEYYA

15/12/2023 06:27 AM